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Beer

Foxborough Cider Shandy (Batched)

About This Cocktail

Foxborough Cider Shandy is a New England-inspired twist on the traditional shandy. It's made the addition of rum, making it something of a cross between a rum boilermaker and a classic shandy. Think crisp apple notes with cranberry tartness and a satisfying lager finish.

The recipe was developed for the 2026 Super Bowl party recipe, named for Foxborough, Massachusetts, home of the New England Patriots. Serving 8-10 people, this recipe is perfect for your Super Bowl party or any other future holiday party, TV/sports watch party or get-together.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cup Cold Apple Cider
  • 2 cup Cranberry Juice (Unsweetened or low sugar)
  • 1½ cup Rum
  • 24 oz Lager (2 12-oz bottles recommended)
  • ¼ cup Maple syrup or honey (Optional; add only if cider is tart)

Instructions

  1. Add apple cider, cranberry juice, rum and maple/honey (if using) to a large pitcher.
  2. Stir well.
  3. Add ice.
  4. Gently top with Boston Lager and gently stir once or twice.
  5. Serve immediately to preserve carbonation.Throw some apple slices in your glass for a garnish that also serves as a snack.

Additional Instructions & Suggestions

Optional: Garnish with apple slices

Rum recommendation: Privateer New England Reserve Rum

Beer recommendation: Sam Adams Boston Lager

Alternative recipe: For a lower-ABV version to help keep the party lasting longer, skip the rum and make a basic cider shandy, which is as simple as mixing chilled cider with a light beer in a pitcher!

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